Jewelry Settings
Learn about the metal settings used in fine gemstone jewelry.
Choosing the Right Jewelry Settings for Your Gems
How do you choose jewelry settings for your gems? Learn the pros and cons of pre-made settings, assembling findings, modifying wax models, and custom work.
Prong Setting Gems: A Beginner's Guide
Using prongs is the most common way to secure a gem to a jewelry piece. Learn basic prong setting procedures and how to make a variety of adjustments.
Jewelry Nomenclature: Gem Settings
Jewelry designers and consumers can pick from many different gem settings. Learn the names and uses of common and speciality settings for any type of stone.
Jewelry Nomenclature: Gem Bracelets And Necklaces
Bracelets and necklaces share much of their terminology. Learn the names and functions of the different parts of these popular types of jewelry pieces.
Jewelry Nomenclature: Gem Rings
Though rings may come in many styles, gem cutters will regularly encounter a few common types of gem rings. Learn how to identify these popular designs.
Jewelry Nomenclature: Gem Earrings
Earrings are available in many styles. Learn to identify the most popular types of metal and gem earrings and the parts that comprise these jewelry pieces.
Jewelry Nomenclature: Jewelry Attachments and Various Findings
Jewelry attachments are the pieces used to hold jewelry items together. Learn about the most popular types as well as miscellaneous decorative findings.
Protective Gem Settings for Rings
All gemstones, from fragile opals to durable diamonds, can benefit from protective gem settings. Learn which jewelry designs are best suited for ring use.
